In order for the X-Cats to travel OUTSIDE of Rochester, there are certain requirements that each student has to meet.
These requirements are documented by "Team Status". (Casual, JV, or Varsity.)
Fundraising Triangle: To earn the Fundraising Triangle, students are required to help support the X-Cats through fundraising or donating money themselves.
Journal Circle: To earn the Journal Circle, students are required to ORALLY present journals and submit a digital version.
Community Square: To earn the Community Square, students are required to help support the community through different events.
Outreach Mark: To earn the Outreach Mark, students are required to help spread the word of FIRST Robotics, the team, and/or inspire students of STEM.
Paws: Paws are rewards for doing more than what you are required to, such as fundraising more than the expected amount, doing extra community service, outreach activities, or spending extra hours.
| Status | Fundraising | Journal Entry | Community Service | Outreach | Hours | Paws |
| Casual Students are expected to participate in one fundraising activity, write one journal and orally present it, participate in one community service and outreach activity, and meet hourly requirements. |
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45 | None |
| JV Students must complete the requirements of a Casual Member, but obtain 1 paw. |
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60 |  |
| Varsity Students must complete the requirements of a Junior Varsity member, but obtain 3 paws. |
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75 |
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